1956 DKW F 93 vs. 2000 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2000 Nissan Silvia is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1956 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 920 kg more than 1956 DKW F 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Nissan Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 DKW F 93, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Nissan Silvia (271 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW F 93. (71 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW F 93 | 2000 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | F 93 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
